Camellia x 'Robiraki'

This natural crossing between C. japonica ssp rusticana x C. sinensis, "Opening of the New Tea Ceremony Season (winter)" (transl.), has pale pink, teacup shaped flowers. We've seen this one bloom in July, but it usually blooms in early fall.

 » Bloom color, form, size: Pink, single, mini to small
 » Bloom period (NC):  Early fall (October)
 » Growth rate, habit: Moderate
 » Zones: 7b-9